breastfeeding
Pronunciation: [ˈbrɛstˌfiːdɪŋ]
Word
Context: “parenting”
(noun) the process of feeding a baby with milk from a mother's body. This usually happens right after a baby is born, and it helps the baby grow strong and healthy.
Example
Breastfeeding is important for a baby's nutrition in the first few months.
Example
Some mothers cannot continue breastfeeding after the first few weeks.
Example
What are the benefits of breastfeeding for infants?
Context: “parenting”
(verb) to feed a baby with milk from a mother’s body. Mothers might breastfeed their babies when they are hungry, as it is a natural way to provide them with food.
Example
She breastfed her baby for six months before switching to formula.
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He did not breastfeed his newborn due to personal reasons.
Example
How long did you breastfeed your child?
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